Tag: LASSITHI

If you travel across Greece, you will come across many monasteries that reflect the country’s Christian identity. These monasteries are not only impressive for the history they carry but also for their masterful architecture. Here are five monasteries with rich history that you should visit to experience their sacred environment and learn about their historical significance. Kipina Monastery: The monastery that is wedged in the rock Monasteries of Greece: Where religion meets history and architecture Mega Spilaio Monastery, Kalavrita, Achaia The Mega Spilaio The Mega Spilaio Monastery is located in ...

From one end to the other in Greece, you will find beautiful corners, natural attractions, and people that you don’t often meet. A special category for those who love the landscapes and natural beauties of Greece is the Gorges. There are the well-known ones but also the lesser-known ones, which have well-hidden secrets and impress you as soon as you get there. One such case is a gorge in Crete and it is not that of Samaria. We are talking about the gorge of Chochlakia or Karoumon, as it is ...

Crete is a land of enchantment, where you can discover charming villages, big and small, that blend natural splendor with cultural heritage and warm hospitality. It is no wonder that it attracts travelers from all corners of the globe who seek a unique and diverse destination. The island boasts stunning beaches as well as scenic mountain hamlets, ancient churches, and delicious cuisine. It is a place where you can enjoy a variety of experiences without having to wander far. And of course Crete is an island with a rich history ...

By exploring Greece you can discover places you didn't even imagine existed in the country. Otherworldly scenes that you can schedule to visit soon. Like one of the strange parts of Greece with the unknown formations and the lunar landscape that seems otherworldly. Xerokampos in Sitia, Crete is one of the very special places of Greece that enchants you with its particular morphology. Sitia: The unknown strange formations and the lunar landscape of Greece In Sitia and specifically in Xerokampos you will encounter a lunar landscape that you may have ...

Wild mountain peaks and rare habitats. Impressive rocks and unique formations of nature. Amazing beauty coastline and endless beaches with the Cretan sea in the background An idyllic landscape that fascinates you every time you're there. It is, after all, a great fortune to live in a country that has such corners. And of course, we are talking about the Sitia Global Geopark, which was added to UNESCO's list of geoparks in 2015. A miracle of nature in the eastern part of Crete. You're in Sitia! Where all the aspects ...

You may be hearing these names for the first time, but when you see what special and beautiful places they respond to, you will surely stay with dumbfounded and make plans as to how you can get to know them up close. We are talking about Chiona and Grandes, two exotic, neighbouring places in Crete that remain unexplored from the general public (those outside of Crete). The images speak for themselves about their beauty and peculiarity that make them have unparalleled beauty. Chiona Beach and Grandes Islets, the exotic corner ...

Greece has thousands of beaches and some of them undoubtedly standing out for their special characteristics. Some of them may be approached only by the sea while others may have colours that would make the most exotic islands envie. And there are beaches that offer you a special experience, as well as the ability to have a natural spa! One of them is a Greek beach in Crete, named Argylos, in Sitia county. Argilos, a Greek beach... a natural spa Argilos is a truly special beach next to Gerontolakkos in ...